ARUSHA MERU INVESTS MILLIONS IN INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION, SPORTS AND TALENT DEVELOPMENT; OVER 15 COUNTRIES REPRESENTED AMONG GRADUATES
By Joseph Ngilisho – ARUSHA
The announcement was made during the graduation ceremony for Year 6, Year 11, and Year 13 students under the Cambridge curriculum, where the school leadership outlined an ambitious development agenda designed to position Arusha Meru among the leading providers of quality international education in Tanzania.
He noted that construction of a new primary school building is currently underway and is expected to be completed before the start of the next academic year.
“The new facility will include a modern library for primary learners as well as an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) laboratory equipped with computers and advanced learning tools to build a strong technological foundation from an early age,” said Chandra.
He further explained that the school is also constructing a dedicated arts and crafts room, alongside a specialized sports learning space designed to integrate both theoretical and practical aspects of physical education.
According to him, the largest ongoing project is the construction of a modern Sports Arena, which is expected to be completed within two months.
“The arena will feature solar-powered lighting, improved access roads, parking facilities, and will be usable both during the day and at night. Our goal is to provide students with an enabling environment to develop their talents alongside academics,” he said.
Chandra added that the school continues to recruit international teachers from Tanzania and abroad in order to enhance academic quality and global competitiveness.
He also revealed that in the previous year, the institution awarded scholarships worth over TSh 120 million, and this year it plans to launch a new Talent Hunt Scholarship Programme valued between TSh 120 million and 150 million.
“Our focus is to reach talented students who lack financial capacity. We want to develop a generation that is academically strong and globally competitive,” he said.
He emphasized that Arusha Meru operates as a non-profit institution, with all revenues reinvested into school development.
In a move aimed at supporting parents, Chandra confirmed that school fees will remain unchanged despite ongoing economic challenges.
“We have maintained the current fee structure to ensure quality education remains accessible and affordable to the community,” he said.
The Head of School, Mathews Silungwe, said the institution remains committed to delivering international-standard education that prepares students academically, socially, and technologically, particularly in an era shaped by artificial intelligence (AI) and rapid technological advancement.
He said the graduation ceremony marked a significant milestone for Year 6, Year 11, and Year 13 students under the Cambridge system.
“Today is a very important day for us. We are celebrating students graduating at different academic levels. It is a major achievement that reflects both academic progress and character development,” said Silungwe.
He noted that the Cambridge curriculum equips learners with critical thinking skills, confidence in expression, and the ability to compete globally.
“Cambridge education develops learners who can analyze, present ideas effectively, and respond to the demands of the present and future world,” he said.
Silungwe added that the modern world requires technologically skilled and innovative young people, noting that AI is now an integral part of education and future employment.
“We are entering a technology-driven world. Artificial Intelligence is everywhere. This is an opportunity for students to learn, innovate, and grow their talents,” he said.
He further emphasized that the school admits students from diverse countries and cultural backgrounds without discrimination.
“The meaning of an international school is to provide equal opportunity to every learner regardless of their origin,” he said.
Silungwe encouraged graduates to view completion of studies as the beginning of a new journey.
“Graduation is not the end of learning. It is the beginning of another stage. Education is a lifelong journey,” he said.
The Head of Primary School, Priya Magesh, said the event was a key milestone in the school calendar, attended by board members, parents, and invited guests.
She said the Cambridge-based institution uses learner-centered teaching methods that encourage students to think critically, analyze information, and solve problems independently.
Currently, the primary section has 445 students, with ongoing expansion of infrastructure including new classroom blocks, an ICT laboratory, a modern library, and a large sports ground to support talent development.
“We are proud of our world-class learning environment that ensures both academic excellence and student safety,” she said.
Magesh announced that the Talent Hunt Scholarship Examination will be held on July 4 at the school premises and is open to all students.
Successful candidates will benefit from partial fee sponsorship aimed at supporting gifted learners.
“We welcome all students to participate so they can get an opportunity to study in a high-quality learning environment,” she said.
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